Kevin Rankmore

Principal
B.Bus ACA ACIS

Kevin was one of the founding partners of Ryan and Rankmore along with Terry Ryan. Over 30 years they grew the practice from a small practice to a medium-sized practice specialising in income tax and auditing.

Kevin completed a Bachelor of Business Degree (majoring in Accounting) is a member of Chartered Accountants ANZ (CA) and holds a public practice certificate. Kevin is also a registered tax agent with the tax practitioners’ board, a registered company auditor and a registered SMSF auditor licensed by the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). Kevin is a member of the Governance Institute and has a Diploma of Financial Planning and is qualified to assist with personal advice on Self-Managed Superannuation Funds.

By keeping current with the latest legislation changes and having a wealth of knowledge and experience, Kevin is highly qualified to impart advice to varied clientele encompassing small, medium and large businesses. Clients serviced come from diversified fields including primary producers and tradespeople. Kevin provides a range of services including but not limited to:

• Income tax matters including the preparation of income tax returns and tax planning strategies to assist in minimising the amount of tax payable
• Estate planning
• Succession planning
• Business valuations and the decision on whether to or not to
  purchase a business
• Business structures for asset protection purposes
• Cash flow projections and negotiating with financial institutions
• Assisting with many aspects of the establishment, management and auditing of Self-Managed Superannuation Funds
• Auditing of not-for-profit corporations, companies limited by guarantee, medical practices and other organisations

Kevin takes great pride in keeping abreast of current tax laws and legislation, immersing himself in professional reading, he will never be found wanting for current information. In this way the entire practice remains up to date as Kevin is a team player and always ensures staff receives the benefit of his extensive knowledge.

When away from work Kevin can often be found in the air utilising his skills and experience as an aircraft owner and accomplished pilot. Kevin also enjoys spending time with his wife Jasmine hiking, golfing, and snow skiing.

Roger Estens

Principal
CA B.Fin. Admin

Roger joined our team in 2002 after completing his university degree at the University of New England in Armidale. Since that time, Roger has gained a broad range of Taxation, Audit, and Business advisory experience across a large and diverse client base which led to Roger becoming a partner of Ryan and Rankmore in 2012. While working at Ryan and Rankmore, Roger has also gained the following qualifications;

• Chartered Accountant and member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ),
• Certificate of Public Practice CAANZ
• Registered Tax Agent Licenced by the Tax Practitioners Board
• ASIC Registered Company Auditor
• ASIC Registered SMSF Auditor,
• Registered External Examiner for the Law Society of NSW
• Diploma of Financial Planning with Specialist Self Managed Superannuation Fund Attainment

Roger has lived and worked in the central west of New South Wales for his entire life. Coming from a rural background allows Roger to better understand the complexities and issues surrounding our farmers and the local communities, which ultimately results in a better relationship and more beneficial advice.

Roger’s strength lies in his open line policy with his clients who are made to feel comfortable to speak to him as often as necessary on any matter large and small. This relationship means that informed decisions are consistently being made in any stage of a client’s work life, business cycle, or even through retirement. Roger enjoys working with all clients from the small individual to the large business clients, from the clients starting their first job to those working towards or enjoying retirement.

When he isn’t in the office, you may spot Roger out with his wife and 3 young children. Roger loves to leave his indoor job behind and spend time outdoors on the end of a fishing line, or on the fairways doing a poor impersonation of a golfer.

Jason Brown

Principal - Registered Company Auditor
CA BAcc JP

Jason Brown is an experienced accountant and registered company auditor who leads the external audit team at Ryan & Rankmore. With a strong focus on delivering practical, independent audit services, Jason works closely with clients to ensure compliance, accountability, and peace of mind.

Jason specialises in auditing a wide range of industries, including aged care providers, not-for-profit and for-profit organisations, Aboriginal corporations, registered clubs, private schools, AFSL holders, trust accounts, and associations. His in-depth understanding of regulatory requirements and sector-specific risks enables him to provide clear, constructive advice that goes beyond the numbers.
Known for his thorough approach and down-to-earth communication style, Jason is committed to building strong, long-term relationships with clients. He believes that a quality audit should add value, offering insights that help organisations strengthen their financial processes and governance.

Outside of work, Jason enjoys spending time with his wife and five children and their family dog, Odin.

Qualifications & Memberships:

• Registered Company Auditor
• Chartered Accountant (CA ANZ)
• Bachelor of Accounting

Meg Morris

Principal
CA B.Acc SSA

Meg provides tax compliance and advisory services for all entity types, with specialist expertise in SMSFs and succession planning. She holds a Bachelor of Accounting, is a Chartered Accountant, an SMSF Specialist, and is currently undertaking further financial planning studies. Meg joined Ryan & Rankmore in 2016 and enjoys solving complex problems, delivering certainty and clarity for clients, and building long-term relationships. Outside of work, Meg is passionate about snowboarding and skiing, with a personal goal to be on the snow somewhere in the world every six months. Her favourite destinations include Falls Creek in winter and Forster in summer.